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This is your classblog where you will answer weekly questions and reflect on class activities. See you, soon.
Dr. E
Please comment on these two first week questions:
Blog Post QUESTION 1a: What is meant by the “nature of science?” According to this excerpt from Science for All Americans: http://www.project2061.org/publications/sfaa/online/chap1.htm
Blog Post QUESTION 1b Why do we use formulas to describe concepts in Physical Science?
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Emily Struck
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Class Activity:
Thursday, January 14, we first discussed examples of observable patterns in nature. From there, we were to create snowflakes in a two, four, six, or twelve repeat pattern. We were given a sheet of paper to first cut into a square in order to fold the paper in half, either forming a rectangle or along the diagonal, to form a triangle. We then cut the folds into different patterns in order to create our own unique snowflake.
What is meant by “the nature of science?”
According the excerpt from Science for All Americans, scientific ideas are dependent on one another even though these ideas each have their own unique characteristics. Scientific knowledge is durable but is also subject to change. Scientists gain a better understanding of different theories by learning from previous works and findings of other scientists. Although many scientists believe that their beliefs are correct, by nature, the answers to their questions cannot always be proven.
Why do we use formulas to describe concepts in physical science?
According to our textbook, by combining the subject matter of both math and science to form equations, the formulas are more definite. Looking at concepts by observing equations, one can find it easier to understand the material. The formula is concrete; one can plug in the correct numbers in order to solve the problem more quickly and accurately.
Shari Fischbach
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In class on Thursday, we started discussing the patterns in nature. One example of patterns in nature that we talked about was snowflakes. To understand these patterns, we did an activity making snowflakes out of paper. Students did “two repeat,” “four repeat,” “six repeat,” or “twelve repeat” snowflakes, cutting into the paper to make patterns. After unfolding the paper, we could see how our cuts made repeating, identical patterns, forming a snowflake.
What is meant by the “nature of science?”
According to the article from Science for All Americans, science has a number of components that can sound contradicting, but are all part of the scientific process. The article states, among other main ideas, that science is subject to change, but also durable; science demands evidence, but is a blend of logic and imagination. In general, science shows us that the world can be understood, but that science cannot always fully answer all questions. The scientific endeavor is a mixture of science, math, and technology. It is this combination of studies and scientific approaches of understanding the unknown that makes up the “nature of science.”
Why do we use formulas to describe concepts in Physical Science?
By describing scientific ideas and processes in mathematical ways, the ideas become concrete. When opinions and beliefs can be explained using the discourse of another subject, they can be more easily comprehended.
In class on Thursday we learned about different patterns in nature. Our class chose a hands on way to learn about different patters in snow flakes. We were given a sheet of paper that showed us different patters we could make in our snow flake. The worksheet taught us of, "two-repeat," "four-repeat," "six-repeat," and,"twelve-repeat." We had four class members at each table and assigned who would make each kind of snow flake. I chose to do a "twelve-fold," and I found it kind of difficult. It was fun to look at everyone's finished product as it hung on the wall in the back of the classroom and see all of the different patters that each snow flake had.
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According to the provided article the phrase," nature of science," means that science is complex and is subject to change. Part of understanding the nature of science is realizing that science cannot answer all questions, science is the outcome of critical observations and obtaining theories to prove these observations true. The observations made by these scientists need to be unbiased and they need to be able to mix logic with their imagination.
Why do we use formulas to describe concepts in Physical Science?
According to our textbook, using formulas allows us to plug numbers into these equations and form a accurate answer. The formula allows us to take the solution apart and see the different parts that make up the solution.
Week 1
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In class we began to discuss patterns in nature, and how no two patterns are ever the same. To demonstrate this we each made our own snowflake in either a two, four, six, or twelve-fold pattern. Making snowflakes was a good activity to show how no two patterns in nature are the same because we got to look at each other's snowflakes and see that none of them were the same. It also showed how patterns in nature can be very simple, complex, or somewhere in between.
What is meant by the "nature of science"
The article tells us that "the nature of science" is very complex. Science relies on other things like math and technology. Each of these areas rely on the other two to make advances in that specific field. Science is not always certian. You have to observe and make a hypothesis then test that hypothesis. If your results do not match your hypothesis, you have to go back to the beginning and try again. There will always be some question as to if a hypothesis is completely accurate or not.
Why do we use formulas to describe concepts in Physical Science?
We use formulas because it allows us to use numbers and find a real answer to the question instead of just a hypothetical answer. Also, having a formula allows you to work backwards from the solution if you need to figure out how to get a specific solution.
In class, we learned about different patterns in nature. There are no two that are the same. The most commonly known type is in snowflakes. We made paper snowflakes that were either two, four, six, or twelve folds. Then we got to cut them out to make different patterns. Then we glued them onto another piece of paper and hung them up. It was very fun!!
ReplyDeleteIn the article, explained how complex science really is. There are no two patterns that are the same. Also in science, the scientists make a hypothesis. A hypothesis is a written rule, which has been tested and proven to be correct. Science is complex and has a lot of different things that make it up.
Formulas are used for many things in life. Science uses a lot of different formulas. Things such as speed can be found out by putting in different numbers; the unknown variable can be figured out. Formulas are used for more things in life than we really think.
Week One:
ReplyDeleteThis week we learned about the patterns in nature and how they repeat. We made snowflakes to show this concept. It was a great way to teach young children this concept.
The nature of science is very complex and because of this theories are subject to change due too further advancment in other areas such as math and technology. Furthermore math, science, and technology are interchangable and rely on one another to make new discoveries about our world. So I would summarize that the "nature of science" is the advantages presented from factual information, technology, and scientist knowledge and hypothesis open to make new discoveries about earth and the universe.
Formulas are used in science to find an exact answer. It is a concrete concept rather than an hypothesis and helps persons figure out an exact answer.
Week 1:
ReplyDeleteIn class on Thursday, we went over patterns found in nature, specifically snowflakes. To demonstrate these patterns, students were to cut out oragami snowflakes from colored paper. Two, four, six, and twelve-fold patterns were used. The activity was helpful in showing that no two patterns are ever alike. It was also a fun way to break the ice among people sitting near each other.
What is meant by the "nature of science?"
Accordiing to the reading, science is multidimentional and based on previous knowledge. This previous knowledge is often further studies and additional information and understanding is found. Although scientists can form conclusions based on repitition of studies, science is subject to frequent change, and therefore, cannot always be proven.
Why do we use formulas to describe concepts in Physical Science?
Formulas are used in science to provide further understanding of fundamental concepts. Each variable stands for a specific concept, and a formula can be broken down into these individual concepts. Because scientific formulas are concrete, scientists are able to find exact answers using formulas.
Week 1:
ReplyDeleteIn class on Thursday we discussed how patterns are found in our natural surroundings. Examples of such patterns are the growth patterns in plants and the pattern of a bird feather. To better understand this concept of patterns, we were instructed to make a snow flake from folding a square piece of paper and cutting bits and pieces out of it. We were given the choice of folding the paper into two, four, six, or twelve sections, showing us how no two snowflakes are the identical. Like other students have stated, this activity was fun and easy and a great ice-breaker for the first day of class!
What is meant by the "nature of science?"
Science, mathematics, and technology are three disciplines that help make science what it is today. Each one is its own entity, but they are all connected and interchangeable when it comes to scientific knowledge and discovery. These three disciplines and their role in making science such a complex subject is the nature of science.
Why are formulas used in physical science?
Physical science, including physics, chemistry, and astronomy, is the study of the properties of energy (movement, laws of motion) as well as nonliving matter (stars). In order to understand the elements that make things move, a relationship (or equation) must be developed. Formulas help prove or disprove hypotheses and provide better understanding to the many complex concepts found throughtout physical science.
Class Activity
ReplyDeleteIn class today, we were introduced to understanding the nature of science through patterns. We learned that the physical environment in which we live provides many examples of patterns. Specifically, we looked at the patterns of snowflakes. Although each snowflake is different, the pattern within a snowflake is constant. We actively learned this by making our own snowflakes out of paper; we had the option of making a 2, 4, 6, or 12 repeats snowflake. The result was a snowflake that had its own unique pattern.
What is meant by the nature of science?
In reference to the excerpt from Science for All Americans, the nature of science is different from all other subjects of knowledge, in that it relies on other subjects, like math and technology to be successful. Even when all other components are working together science cannot answer all of the questions that present themselves when studying it, because science changes. As technology advances scientists are able to prove or disprove theories, allowing the subjects of science to be developing continually. However, science is durable because all answers are backed up by evidence found through the collaboration of all subjects.
Why do we use formulas to describe concepts in Physics?
By using formulas to describe concepts, it allows us to use real numbers giving us a real solution that will verify the concept if the solution makes sense. By using formulas, we can give answers to open ended hypotheses. Formulas also allow us to check our work, leaving less room for error.
Class:
ReplyDeleteIn class we talked about patterns in the physical world around us. Patterns can be found in many things like plants. We talked specifically about patterns in snowflakes. We made snowflakes that had: two, four, six, or tweleve repeats. We discovered that even if two people were making a snowflake with the same repeat it wouldn't be like another person's snowflake and that it had a constant pattern in it.
What is meant by the nature of science?
Scientists can share some ideas but still have their own unique ideas as well. Science goes by a principal that how something applies to us here on Earth it applies everywhere such as gravity. Science is always changing but there are stuff that science is based that will never change and make science what it is. Science doesn't have the answer for everything either. Science may explain a lot but doesn't always have it right.
Why do we use formulas to describe concepts in Physics?
We use formulas so the we have real numbers for concepts. Formulas give us a "connection between concepts in nature" to the numbers we are using in the formula.
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ReplyDeleteIn our first class on Thursday we learned about the patterns in nature. To help us understand the patterns we cut out paper snowflakes using two, four, six, and tweleve repeats. In doing this we found that no patterns are ever identical to one another. Every pattern is unique in its own way.
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The nature of science is never absolute. Science is ever changing. Theories need to be tested to prove but can always be proven to be wrong. So the nature of science will never be 100% known due to the ever changing world.
Why do we use formulas in science?
Using formulas give scientists exact answers to problems. We use formulas to find average speed, velocity, and gravitational forces. We also use formulas for the rate of change in our world.
In our first class we went over the different things that we would need (books etc) and we went over the syllabus. We also did a project involving cutting paper after it has been folded. It is much like a snow flake. There will not be two that are exactly the same.
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Nature of Science means that there are different ways to develop a person's skills of observing, thinking, experimenting, and checking validity. There will always be changes in science and abilities to grow in the knowledge that is learned and discovered.
Why do we use formulas in Science?
We use formulas in science because it allows people to to find answers to different questions. Using formulas gives the user the opportunity to take information that they have and put it into an equation and find out answers in a more efficient/accurate way.
Week One:
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In the first class the syllabus and the class expectations were gone over. A project on unique pattern of nature was then done. The project had students making snowflakes using two, four, six and twelve repeats. The activity was done to represent unique patterns.
Question 1
Science is not absolute. Science is an ever changing thing and is affected by the individuals past knowledge and skills.
Question 2
Formulas ensure that an individual comes to a concrete solution to a problem. Formulas also provide more accuracy when trying to solve a problem with the information that one already has.
On our first day of class, we went over the syllabus and discussed what this class was going to entail. We then did a little project that explained patterns in nature. We used a piece of paper, scissors and a glue stick to make "snowflake" patterns in repeats of 2,4,6 or 12. After cutting out your repeat pattern, we opened them up and glued them to another sheet of paper showing our repeat and which one we used.
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The nature of science is never the same and is always changing. Science involves science itself, math and technology to all work together to come up with answers and advances in the nature of science. No matter how many theories, hypothesis, or experiments that are made about the nature of science, they can always be proven wrong due to the nature of science always changing.
Question 2:
We use formulas in science to help find exact answers. We need a way to explain what is happening, therefore we use formulas. They are our frame of reference and help us simplify the problems we are trying to solve.
Class:
ReplyDeleteThe first day of class we talked about the syllabus and patterns that we see in nature. You handed out paper to everyone and we made snowflakes with 2,4,6,and 12 repeats in them. After we all made our patterns you had us glue them to a backing paper, and put them on the wall.
Question 1a:
Science is always advance because there are new things and formulas discovered everyday. Until a theory is mady a law it is disproven. We as humans do not understand the world around us fully and are discovering new things everyday. That being said, many of the theories that we believe to be correct are proved wrong.
Question 1b:
We use formulas in science to better understand them thing that happen around us. Without set formulas speed, distance, and volume would simply be estimated and guessed. Using forumlas there is a universal understanding of how a problem or situatuin is to figured out. The gives people a concrete way of figuring out problems in everyday life.
In class Thursday, we talked about what is going to happen throughout the semester. After we finished with the syllabus, we learned about patterns and their tie with science. We were each given a sheet of paper to make snowflakes out of. Each person had to do choose which type of pattern they wanted to make. We chose from two repeat, four repeat, six repeat and twelve repeat.
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Nature of Science means there will always be changes in science. There are many theories out there currently, however, one day they may be proven incorrect. We need observe, learn, use what we know from other experiments, and be hands on to really understand science.
1b.
In physical science we use formulas to help find the right answers. Science and math are tied and this stop us from constantly guessing; we get an exact answer.
On Thursday, we went over the class syllabus and talked about expectations. After discussing the syllabus, we learned about patterns in nature and science. We were then given paper to make snowflakes. Each person at the table was to do a different repeat pattern: two, four, six, or twelve. We then hung our finished snowflakes on the back wall to display them.
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The Nature of Science, according to the article, means that science, technology and mathematics are all dependent on one another, and connect with one another in endless ways.
1b.
In physical science, formulas are used to help us find the exact answer to a problem. They provide accuracy when solving the problems you are given.
On Thursday in class we made paper snowflakes to realate to the different patterns in nature. we did two, four, six, and twelve repeat folds to find all the different patterns we could make. It was interesting to see everyone snowflake and how they differed.
ReplyDelete1a. Nature of science means that science is always changing and new ideas and theories are born everyday. It is not absolute.
1b. Physical science formulas as used to find the correct anser to problems.
Thursday in class we learned about the different patterns in nature through making paper snowflakes. Everybodys turned out unique because of the different folds and patterns we chose.
ReplyDelete1a. The articles shows how complex the nature of science is. Science is always changing and scientists are always coming up with new ideas.
1b. Formulas are used to find exact accurate answers. They help everybody to understand the problems in the same way.